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Ministry of Company Affairs
President gives assent to promulgation of the Companies Amendment , 2018
The recommendation of the Union Cabinet for promulgation of the Companies Amendment , 2018 has been assented to by the President of India. The Ordinance, which has been promulgated today is based on the recommendations of the Committee appointed by the Government to review offences under the Companies Act, 2013.
The twin objectives of the Ordinance are promotion of Ease of Doing Business along with better corporate compliance. The main amendments are as under;
- Shifting of jurisdiction of 16 types of corporate offences from the special courts to in-house adjudication, which is expected to reduce the case load of Special Courts by over 60%,thereby enabling them to concentrate on serious corporate offences. With this amendment the scope of in-house adjudication has gone up from 18 Sections at present to 34 Sections of the Act.
- The penalty for small companies and one person companies has been reduced to half of that applicable to normal companies.
- Instituting a transparent and technology driven in-house adjudication mechanism on an online platform and publication of the orders on the website.
- Strengthening in-house adjudication mechanism by necessitating a concomitant order for making good the default at the time of levying penalty, to achieve the ultimate aim of achieving better compliance.
- Declogging the NCLT by:
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- enlarging the pecuniary jurisdiction of Regional Director by enhancing the limit up to Rs. 25 Lakh as against earlier limit of Rs. 5Lakhunder Section 441 of the Act;
- vesting in the Central Government the power to approve the alteration in the financial year of a company under section 2; and
- vesting the Central Government the power to approve cases of conversion of public companies into private companies.
- Recommendations related to corporate compliance and corporate governance include re-introduction of declaration of commencement of business provision to better tackle the menace of ‘shell companies’; greater disclosures with respect to public deposits; greater accountability with respect to filing documents related to creation, modification and satisfaction of charges; non-maintenance of registered office to trigger de-registration process; and holding of directorships beyond permissible limits to trigger disqualification of such directors.
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Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
Union Minister of State Dr L Murugan thanks Union Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw for commemorative stamp on Ondiveeran
Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting Dr L Murugan has today expressed his gratitude to Union Minister of Communication Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw for authorizing a commemorative postal stamp for freedom fighter Ondiveeran. Informing this through at tweet, the Minister has said the stamp will be released on 20th August in Tirunelveli in Tamilnadu.
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Ministry of Corporate Affairs
IICA organises colloquium on "Cross-Sectoral Collaboration: The Imperative for Regulatory Convergence" for FOIR Central sector regulators
The Forum of India Regulators  Centre at Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs  concluded a colloquium for the Central sector regulators on the theme "Cross-Sectoral Collaboration: The Imperative for Regulatory Convergence." The colloquium, held on August 1-2, 2023 at Agra brought together esteemed Chairpersons and Members of FOIR member bodies fostering meaningful and effective conversations about the potential for convergence in regulatory efforts. The event focused on sector-specific discussions among Central sector regulators, aiming to address the complex interdependencies and interconnectedness between different sectors.
Shri B.S. Bhullar  appreciated the efforts of FOIR and acknowledged the significant contribution of the IICA as a knowledge partner. He highlighted the pivotal role of performance standards in ensuring healthy competition in the Indian scenario.
Dr P D Vaghela  set an enthusiastic tone for the session by emphasising the need for a collaborative approach to address technological advancements and changing times. He suggested various ways of collaboration, including infrastructure co-creation and co-sharing, collaborative regulation, and cooperation at the national and international levels.
Shri Jishnu Barua  highlighted the importance and relevance of several measures in the electricity sector to ensure fair competition and protect consumer interests, such as Open Access, Power Purchase Agreements  and Competitive Bidding.
Shir Anjani Kumar Tiwari  provided valuable insights into core aspects of Environmental and Social Impact Assessment  and methods of its implementation to mitigate adverse environmental and social impacts.
Prof  Naveen Sirohi  moderated the interaction and delivered the valedictory address, emphasising the critical importance of collaborative efforts and regulatory convergence in our ever-evolving regulatory landscape.
Through knowledge exchange and sharing of experiences, the chairpersons and members gained a deeper understanding of intricate issues, paving the way for more impactful regulatory strategies towards convergence. The regulatory panel unanimously agreed on the need for fostering collaboration and cooperation to address common challenges, sharing best practices, and enhancing the effectiveness of regulatory frameworks in India. The colloquium for the Central sector regulators of FOIR member bodies concluded with renewed enthusiasm and a commitment to continuous collaboration in shaping the future of India's regulatory landscape.
About FOIR Centre, IICA:
The FOIR Centre at IICA provides capacity building, education, research and advocacy support to FOIR Secretariat for academic upgradation and intellectual development for members and officials of FOIR member organisations.
Cabinet
Cabinet approves signing of an MoU between India and Antigua & Barbuda on cooperation in the field of sharing successful Digital Solutions implemented at Population Scale for Digital Transformation
The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Hon'ble Prime Minister approves the signing of Memorandum of Understanding  on 13th of June 2023 between the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology of the Republic of India and the Ministry of Information, Communications Technologies, Utilities and Energy of the Antigua & Barbuda on Cooperation in the field of sharing successful Digital Solutions implemented at Population Scale for Digital Transformation.
The MoU intends to promote closer cooperation and exchange of experiences and digital technologies-based solutions  in the implementation of digital transformational initiatives of both the country. MoU envisages improved collaboration leading to employment opportunities in the field of IT.
The MoU shall come into effect from the date of signature of the Parties and shall be remain in force for a period of 3 years.
Both G2G and B2B bilateral Cooperation in the field of Digital Public Infrastructure  will be enhanced. The activities contemplated in this MoU would be financed through their administration’s regular operating allocations.
MeitY is collaborating with a number of countries and multilateral agencies for fostering bilateral and multilateral cooperation in the ICT domain. Over the period, MeitY has entered into MoUs/MoCs/Agreements with its counterpart organizations/ agencies from various countries to promote cooperation and exchange of information in the ICT domain. This is in consonance with the various initiatives taken by Government of India such as Digital India, Atmanirbhar Bharat, Make in India etc. to transform the country into a digitally empowered society and knowledge economy. In this changing paradigm, there is an imminent need for exploring business opportunities, sharing of best practices and attracting investments in the digital sector with the objective of enhancing mutual cooperation.
Over the last few years, India has demonstrated its leadership in implementation of Digital Public Infrastructure  and has successfully provided delivery of services to public even during COVID pandemic. As a result, many countries have evinced interest in learning from India’s experiences and entering into MoUs with India for learning from India’s experiences.
India Stack Solutions are DPls developed & implemented by India at population scale to provide access & delivery of public services It aims to provide meaningful connectivity, promote digital inclusion, and enable seamless access to public services. These are built on open technologies, are interoperable and are designed to harness industry and community participation which foster innovation. However, each country has unique needs and challenges in building DPI, although the basic functionality is similar, allowing for global cooperation.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Cabinet approves Memorandum of Understanding  between India and Kingdom of Denmark on Cooperation in the field of Health and Medicine
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the Memorandum of Understanding  between the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare of the Government of the Republic of India and the Ministry of Health of the Kingdom of Denmark on Cooperation in the field of Health and Medicine.
Benefits:
The bilateral Memorandum of Understanding will encourage cooperation between the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare of the Republic of India and the Ministry of Health of the Kingdom of Denmark through joint initiatives and technology development in the health sector. It will strengthen bilateral ties between India and Denmark.
The bilateral Memorandum of Understanding shall encourage cooperation between the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare of the Republic of India and the Ministry of Health of the Kingdom of Denmark through joint initiatives and development of research in the health sector. This will facilitate in improving the public health status of the people of both the countries.
Ministry of Minority Affairs
Union Ministry of Minority Affairs to organise “Mera Watan, Mera Chaman” Mushaira on 28th August 2021 in New Delhi under "Amrit Mahotsav" of 75 years of India’s Independence”.
Renowned poets will present their poetry and couplets on the “celebrations of India’s independence” while remembering the sacrifices made by the great freedom fighters: Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi.
Union Minister for Minority Affairs Shri Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi today said here that “Mera Watan, Mera Chaman” Mushaira will be organised in New Delhi on 28th August 2021 as a part of “Amrit Mahotsav” of 75 years of India’s Independence.
Shri Naqvi said that renowned poets will present their poetry and couplets on the “celebrations of India’s independence” while remembering the sacrifices made by the great freedom fighters. They will also make the people aware of “horrors and pains of the partition” through their poetry in the “Mera Watan, Mera Chaman” Mushaira at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre in the Capital.
He said that under the "Amrit Mahotsav", the Union Minority Affairs Ministry is organising "Mera Watan, Mera Chaman" Mushairas and Kavi Sammelans across the country till 2023, where renowned as well as emerging poets will give messages full of memories related to 75 years of India’s Independence.
The Minister stated that renowned poets such as Shri Wasim Barelvi, Mrs Shabeena Adeeb, Shri Manzar Bhopali, Dr. V. P. Singh, Mrs Saba Balrampuri, Shri Haseeb Soz, Dr. Aizaz Popular Meeruthi, Sardar Surendra Singh Shajar, Shri Sikandar Hayat Gadbad, Shri Khursheed Haider, Shri Aqeel Nomani, Dr. Abbas Raza Nayyar Jalalpuri  will enthral the audience in the “Mushaira”.
Shri Naqvi said that “Mushaira” and “Kavi Sammelan” are a part of rich cultural legacy of our country which strengthens the fabric of “Unity in Diversity”. Programmes such as “Mushaira” spread the message of peace and also strengthen the social harmony and brotherhood in the society. Such programmes also make the younger generation aware of the country’s rich legacy of art and culture, he added.
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Ministry of Agriculture &
Farmers Welfare
PM Modi to interact with beneficiaries of government schemes in Shimla on May 31
PM will release the 11th installment of Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme worth Rs. 21,000 crores
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Tomar will join the farmers from Pusa  in the countrywide programme
Under the Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav yearlong celebrations, a mega joint event of various Central Ministries will be held on 31st May in which Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will be the chief guest. In this national level programme called "Garib Kalyan Sammelan" in Shimla , Shri Modi will interact with the beneficiaries of 16 schemes/programmes run by 9 Central Ministries/Departments through video conferencing. He will release the 11th installment of PM Kisan Samman Nidhi, worth over Rs. 20,000 crores, to more than 10 crore farmers. Programmes will also be organized in various state capitals, district headquarters and Krishi Vigyan Kendras . As part of this series of programmes, the Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Shri Narendra Singh Tomar will join the farmers in Pusa .
This will be the biggest single programme ever in the country, under which there will be nationwide deliberations in all the districts during which the Prime Minister Shri Modi will interact with the beneficiaries about the impact on their lives the Central schemes have made, such as the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi, Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana, Poshan Abhiyan, Pradhan Mantri Matri Vandana Yojana, Swachh Bharat Mission , Jal Jeevan Mission and AMRUT, Pradhan Mantri Swanidhi Yojana, One Nation-One Ration Card, Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana, Ayushman Bharat PM Jan Arogya Yojana, Ayushman Bharat Health and Wellness Centers and Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana.
Under the two-phase programme, the state/district/KVK level functions will start at 9.45 am and will be linked to the national level programme around 11 am. The national programme will be telecast live on Doordarshan's national and regional channels. The national programme will also be webcast through MyGov, in which people will be able to register. It can also be viewed through other social media channels like YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram etc.
Ministry of Finance
Central Government borrows and transfers Rs.6,000 crore as first tranche to 16 States on account of GST compensation under Special Borrowing Window
The Government of India has evolved a special borrowing window to addressthe shortfall in the GST collection during the year 2020 – 2021. 21 States and 2 Union Territories opted for this special window involving back-to-back borrowing coordinated by the Ministry of Finance.
Out of these, five States did not have any shortfall on account of GST compensation. Today, the Central Government borrowed and transferred Rs.6,000crores as first tranche to 16 States namely Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Meghalaya, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhandand 2 Union Territories: UT of Delhi and UT of Jammu and Kashmir.
The borrowing is at an interest rate of 5.19 percent.It is intended to make weekly releases of Rs.6,000 croreto the States.Tenor of borrowing is expected to be broadly in the range of 3 to 5 years.
Ministry of Finance
Arrest under GST Law by CGST, Ahmedabad South Commissionerate
The Preventive wing of CGST Ahmedabad South Commissionerate has initiated an investigation against firms which are involved in the availment and utilization of fraudulent Input Tax Credit without actual receipt of goods. These firms were primarily involved in trading of scrap. During the investigation, it has been found that there is a web of non existent/non functional firms who are involved in passing of fake Input Tax Credit by routing the invoices through a series of firms.
2. During the course of investigation, GST evasion of Rs. 36.95 crores having a taxable value of Rs. 205.27 crores involving 10 non – existent/ fictitious firms has been unearthed. Further, the proprietor of M/s. Ashapura Traders, Shri Vihol Jagatsinh Viramji has been arrested on 29.05.2023 for availing and utilizing fake Input Tax Credit to the tune of Rs.7.22 crores and was produced before the Hon’ble Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Court, Ahmedabad on 30.05.2023 and the court has ordered for his judicial custody till 13.06.2023.
3. Further, an All India Special Drive against fake GST registrations is currently being conducted to detect Suspicious/ Fake registrations. CGST Ahmedabad South Commissionerate is actively monitoring syndicates and groups involved in fraudulent availment and utilization of input tax credit involving non-existent & fictitious firms which leads to major evasion of GST. The Commissionerate has till now arrested four persons during the financial year 2023-24, who were involved in the fraudulent availment and utilization of input tax credit.
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Ministry of Law and Justice
Press Communique
Vide Notifications of even number dated 18.05.2023, in exercise of the powers conferred by clause  of Article 124 of the Constitution of India, the Hon’ble President of India is pleased to appoint  Shri Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra, Chief Justice of the Andhra Pradesh High Court and  Shri Kalpathy Venkataraman Viswanathan, Senior Advocate, to be Judges of the Supreme Court of India with effect from the date they assume charge of their office.
Ministry of Home Affairs
National Disaster Management Authority holds meeting to review Pre-Monsoon/Monsoon situation
As a follow up to the Review of the Heat Wave and Monsoon preparedness meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on 5th May, the National Disaster Management Authority  held a review meeting on the Pre-Monsoon / Monsoon Situation for the South-West Monsoon. The meeting was attended by officers and scientists from the Indian Meteorological Department , National Remote Sensing Centre , Central Water Commission , Integrated Defence Staff, National Disaster Response Force , Indian Coast Guard, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, and Ministry of Home Affairs along with the Resident Commissioners of 19 Flood prone States/Union Territories.
The meeting reviewed the State of Disaster Management Plans  of the 19 States/Union Territories. Discussion was held on ensuring functionality of State Emergency Operation Centres and District Emergency Operation Centres  24X7, 365 days a year. The IMD informed that the forecast of the South-West Monsoon, 2022 is likely to be normal. NDRF has already in consultation with States/Union Territories planned for pre-monsoon deployment for most vulnerable areas with respect to flooding.
Based on the recommendations of the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, adoption of the concept of Decision Support System with Integrated Flood Early Warning System was discussed. The need to adopt this system which can help in reduction of urban floods to a great extent, especially if adopted by Municipal bodies of these States was emphasised. Danger and Warning levels of Reservoirs and Dams was also reviewed and the need for timely checks was emphasised.
The New emerging threats of flooding of sand mines and coal mines were also discussed along with the deployment of Aapda Mitra volunteers to help manage disasters at various levels in districts and States. Timely procurement and storing of gears and equipment was also discussed. Impact based urban flood forecasting and areas prone to flash floods were also highlighted. Efforts of NRSC in preparation of “Flood Hazard Zonation Atlas” of various States were also deliberation upon. Use of Damini App; Nowcast as also various Google alerts for effective early warning dissemination was emphasised, to achieve a target of zero mortality in the coming Monsoon season.
AYUSH
AYUSH wing of Central Government Health Scheme  gets a shot in the arm with senior level manpower revamp
In a major exercise to streamline the functioning of the AYUSH units of the Central Government Health Scheme , the AYUSH Ministry promoted a panel of 78 AYUSH Physicians to the post of Chief Medical Officers in the Senior Administrative Grade on 5th March 2021. These AYUSH Physicians belong to the Ayurveda, Homoeopathy, Unani and Siddha disciplines, with the maximum number i.e., 39 officers being from Homoeopathy.
The Ayush units of CGHS play an important role in the Central Government firmament, treating nearly 6 lakh patients in a year. These units are being visited by an increasing number of clients in recent years, seeking solutions for general health and well-being, apart from treatment for disease conditions. Career progression through the instant set of promotions at the senior level is expected to have a positive impact on the CGHS healthcare system through man-power utilization.
This set of promotions of AYUSH Physicians, many of whom were in the pre-promotion level for many years, was made possible when new provisions of the DACP scheme were incorporated in the Recruitment Rules notified in June 2018. A total of 78 AYUSH physicians in Ayurveda, Homoeopathy, Unani and Siddha streams who were eligible for promotion to the level of Senior Administrative Grade were consequently considered in the DPC chaired by Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Secretary to Government of India , held on 2nd February 2021.
The Committee considered the eligibility of the candidates based on the guidelines of the Department of Personnel & Training, that “While merit has to be recognized and rewarded, advancement in an officer’s career should not be regarded as a matter of course, but should be earned by dint of hard work, good conduct and result oriented performance”.
The Ayush units of CGHS are seeing many steps of infrastructure upgradation in the recent years. There are also plans to induct the cloud based Ayush Health Management Information System  across the board in these units, which will further improve their efficiency and effectiveness. The current set of promotions is part of a set of HR initiatives which are being taken up to improve the functioning of the system, against the backdrop of the ambitions modernization plans.